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Associate Lawyer (Family Law and General Civil Litigation)

Mississauga, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 4, 2026
1 position

$75,000–$95,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 4, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

The Associate Lawyer will conduct client consultations and take primary carriage of family law and general wills and estates files. They are responsible for developing legal strategies and appearing before the Superior Court of Justice and other tribunals.

Job details

About the Firm We are a rapidly growing Mississauga-based law firm serving clients across Ontario. Our core areas of practice include: (i) commercial litigation and debt/mortgage enforcement/recovery; (ii) consumer protection litigation, with a particular emphasis on disputes arising within the automotive industry; (iii) administrative law, including advocacy before a broad range of Ontario tribunals such as the Landlord and Tenant Board and the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada; and (iv) regulatory defence. Our approach to client service is grounded in the delivery of legal services that are accessible, timely, cost-effective, and impactful. Equally important is our commitment to the professionals within our firm. We operate within a collaborative, team-based model that equips our lawyers with the resources and technology necessary to develop and do the best for our clients. Opportunity We have experienced a growing demand from our existing client base for family law and general wills and estates solicitor work. To meet this need, we are seeking to recruit a family lawyer (with some exposure to wills/estates). This role presents a meaningful opportunity for a lawyer seeking a long-term professional home; one that supports growth, autonomy, and responsibility within a well-resourced and forward-thinking firm. You will be conducting consultations as well as taking carriage of family law files. Role Expectations and Core Competencies The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following: You are confident and professional in client interactions and capable of conducting or meaningfully participating in consultations. You must possess a strong foundational ability to explain complex legal concepts in a practical and understandable manner. You are comfortable working with modern legal-technology platforms and case-management systems, and you appreciate the role technology plays in efficient and effective legal practice. You are seeking a stable, long-term position and are motivated to grow alongside a firm that is invested in your professional development. You are a creative yet disciplined legal problem-solver who approaches files with defined strategy and attention to detail. You will take primary responsibility for files and are expected to effectively deploy firm resources, including clerks and paralegals delegating appropriately while maintaining overall carriage, responsibility and accountability. You are comfortable appearing before forums such as the Superior Court of Justice on both motions and trials, the Ontario Court of Justice, and various other tribunals. Qualifications Successful applicants will possess the following: Full licensure as a Barrister and Solicitor in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. (Please note: we are not currently considering summer students, NCA candidates, or LPP/articling students.) A minimum of one (1) year of meaningful experience practising family law in Ontario. Working knowledge and practical experience in Family Law. New calls are welcome to apply, but there must be demonstrated working knowledge or practical experience that you gained during articles within one of the above practice areas. Legal Aid Family Law Empanelment (or eligibility towards empanelment) is a plus. Compensation The firm offers a competitive compensation structure designed to support long-term professional growth and stability. Base Salary: $75 - 95K base per year (commensurate with experience) Performance Based Bonuses (1000 Billable Hours annual target; bonus percentage thereafter) Professional Fees Covered by the firm: Law Society of Ontario annual fees

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed Barristers and Solicitors in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with at least one year of family law experience. Proficiency in legal technology and the ability to manage files independently are required.